RICHARD "RICK" JAMES THOMAS, the beloved husband of Carol Thomas, of Coaldale, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge on Thursday, December 31st, 2020, at the age of 77 years.

Predeceased by his parents, he is survived by his wife Ida Caroline "Carol", one son, Jason Thomas, daughter, Lisa McLean, and three grandchildren.

When Rick was seven years old, he sang on a radio show, CJOC Live. He and Carol married on January 23rd, 1993, and spent many happy times together.  Besides being a manager of a bank, Rick played in a band, travelled to many destinations including Mount Rushmore, put model ships together, and collected model cars.  He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion (GS Branch #4).  He was a man quick to dance or laugh, despite the long struggle with COPD.  His quiet courage, strength of spirit, creativity and sense of humor will be carried forward by those who knew and loved him.

A Service of Remembrance will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 - 32 Street South, Lethbridge, on Friday, January 15, 2021, at 11:00 A.M., with Pastor Frank Harms officiating.

Due to COVID 19 restrictions, the service is by invitation only.  To watch the service, a link will be seen on this obituary and will become live approximately five minutes before the service.